Dacor Preference PHW301 Installation Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1 I o n n str u ct I o n s ™ W r e f e r e n c e o u nt an g e o o d For use with models: PHW301 PHW361 Part No. 101745 Rev. A-1...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Location Planning ............. 4 Install the Chimney ............. 9-10 Electrical Power Supply ........... 5 Install the Hood .............. 10 Plan Duct Work Installation ..........5 Verify Proper Operation ..........11 Installation Checklist ............11 Notes................. 12 efore egIn Any questions or problems with the installation should Before you begin the installation process, read this entire be directed to your Dacor ® dealer or the Dacor ® installation instruction manual. There are key details that you should take special care to observe during the Customer Service Department at 800.793.0093 or email customerservice@Dacor.com. You can also visit our web installation. By reading these instructions carefully, you will make the installation process easier, problem-free and, site at www.Dacor.com. most importantly, safe. Save these instructions for the building inspector’s use and for future reference by the owner.
  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, serious injury or death when using your range hood, follow basic safety precautions, including the following: WARNING Do not install or operate this hood if it has been damaged, dropped, has damaged electrical conduit or wires or is not working properly. If the product is damaged when received, immediately contact the dealer or builder. Use this range hood only for its intended purpose as outlined in the use and care manual. Do not use this range hood to vent hazardous or explosive materials or vapors. If you have questions, contact the manufacturer. The customer should not install, repair or replace any part of the range hood unless specifically recommended in the literature accompanying it. A qualified service technician should perform all other service. Contact the nearest Dacor ® authorized service representative at (800) 772-7778, or at www.Dacor.com for examination, repair or adjustment. Keep all packaging materials away from children. Plastic bags can cause suffocation. This range hood must be installed and grounded by a qualified installer according to these installation instructions. All installation work and electrical wiring must be performed in accordance with all applicable codes and standards, including fire-rated construction. Install or locate this appliance only in accordance with these installation instructions and the requirements specified by the manufacturer of the cooktop or range. Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or...
  • Page 5: Product Specifications

    mporTanT afeTy nsTruCTIons WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE: SMOTHER FLAMES with a close-fitting lid, cookie sheet or metal tray, then turn off the burner. BE CAREFUL TO PREVENT BURNS. If the flames do not go out immediately, EVACUATE AND CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT. NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN - you may be burned. DO NOT USE WATER, including wet dish cloths or towels - a violent steam explosion may result. Use a fire extinguisher ONLY if: • You have a Class ABC extinguisher, and you already know how to operate it. • The fire is small and contained in the area where it started. • The fire department is being called. • You can fight the fire with your back to an exit. roduCT peCIfICaTIons eneral peCIfICaTIons ImensIons Tolerances: Blower 600CFM with electronic speed control +1/6”, -0, unless otherwise stated Blower Speeds 4 Light 120VAC, 50W halogen (1) Filters Mesh type, dishwasher safe (2) Exhaust 8-inch 430 stainless steel with tempered glass Finish hood Voltage 120VAC, 60Hz, 3.5 Amps IMPORTANT: The minimum installed distance from...
  • Page 6: Preparing For Installation

    Blower assembly with filters Chimney assembly (2 piece) Chimney mounting bracket Blower assembly mounting bracket Tempered glass hood Mounting and assembly hardware Mounting hardware template Use and care manual NOTE: The mounting hardware oCaTIon lannIng included with the hardware Carefully check the location where the hood is to be packet is suitable for mounting installed. The hood should be placed for convenient to brick and masonry only. If access. Make certain that electrical power can be provided mounting the range hood to in the selected location. drywall, Dacor ® strongly recommends Plan the installation so that all minimum dimensions are the using an anchoring system met or exceeded (see page 3). Dimensions shown provide designed for use with drywall. minimum clearances, unless otherwise noted. In addition, Dacor ® strongly All contact surfaces between the hood and any cabinets or recommends that you install walls must be solid and at right angles. a reinforced mounting block Install the range hood and cooking appliance(s) so that between the studs behind all they can be removed if service is required. hood mounting locations. Make sure you have everything necessary for proper...
  • Page 7: Electrical Power Supply

    reparIng for nsTallaTIon • When planning new duct work, always look for the leCTrICal ower upply shortest, most direct route to the outside. Venting can be done through the roof or directly through the back WARNING wall to the outside. • Observe all governing codes and ordinances during planning and installation. Contact your local building department for further information. Electrical Specifications It is the owner’s responsibility to ensure that the electrical connection of this appliance is performed by a qualified electrician. The electrical installation, including minimum supply wire size and grounding, must be in accordance with the National Electric code ANSI/NFPA* (or latest revision) and local codes and ordinances. *A copy of the standard may be obtained from: • Make sure duct work does not interfere with floor joists National Fire Protection Association or wall studs. 1 Batterymarch Park Quincy, Massachusetts 02269-9101 Calculating the Maximum Duct Run Length This hood requires a dedicated 120VAC, 60Hz, 15A circuit. The maximum straight duct length for the hood is 100 feet. For each elbow and transition added to the duct lan The nsTallaTIon work, a certain number of feet must be subtracted from...
  • Page 8: Installation Instructions

    nsTallaTIon nsTruCTIons Locate the chimney mounting bracket and position it WARNING against the ceiling as shown. Center it on the vertical • Do not install the range hood unless the electrical center line drawn on the wall. service provided meets the range hood specifications. ANCHOR • Observe all governing codes and ordinances during CHIMNEY planning and installation. Contact your local building MOUNTING department for further information. BRACKET • A qualified technician must complete the installation of this built-in appliance. The owner is responsible to make sure the hood is properly installed. • To avoid an electric shock hazard and property damage, locate electric wires and water pipes and avoid drilling in the vicinity. nsTall The leCTrICal onneCTIon Mark the ceiling in two places through the holes in the WARNING top of the bracket. Remove the bracket from the ceiling. • The electrical service to the range hood should be Drill 5/16” holes through the two spots marked on the installed only by a licensed electrician. ceiling. The electrical connection box must be: Insert the two of the provided wall anchors into the holes on the ceiling. •...
  • Page 9: Install The Duct Work

    nsTallaTIon nsTruCTIons Drill the mounting holes... nsTall The If mounting the hood to brick or masonry: IMPORTANT - The installed duct work must: • Drill five 5/16” X 1 1/2” holes in the locations • Be centered on the vertical center line drawn on the marked. wall. • Insert five of the provided wall anchors into the five • Fit flush into the half circle on the chimney mounting holes. The anchors provided are for attaching the bracket, if the duct work is to enter the chimney through hood to masonry or brick only. the ceiling rather than through the back wall). MOUNTING • Extend down as far as the top of the blower assembly BRACKET mounting bracket. DUCT THROUGH ANCHOR CEILING (OPTION 1) CHIMNEY MOUNTING BRACKET WALL “L”...
  • Page 10: Hanging The Blower Assembly

    nsTallaTIon nsTruCTIons angIng The lower ssembly Insert two provided machine screws into the two holes WARNING above the mounting bracket on the blower assembly • Do not use screws to attach the duct work to the and tighten into place. exhaust outlet. Use duct tape only. Screws may Insert two machine screws through the front of the prevent the damper flaps on the top of the hood from mounting bracket and tighten into place. opening. Insert two machine screws through the side of both “L” Inside the exhaust outlet on the top of the blower brackets and tighten into place. assembly, there are metal or plastic damper flaps. The flaps close to help prevent back-drafts when the blower is turned off. Before hanging the blower assembly, make sure the flaps open and close freely. ExHAUST OUTLET Lift the blower assembly up and put the mounting hole on the top over the mounting bracket, while inserting the exhaust outlet into the end of the duct system. Gently lower the blower assembly onto the lip of the mounting bracket. Slide the bottom part of the blower assembly between the two “L” brackets. INSERT ExHAUST OUTLET INTO END OF DUCT • Attach the end of the duct system to the exhaust outlet with duct tape.
  • Page 11: Electrical Connection

    nsTallaTIon nsTruCTIons leCTrICal onneCTIon nsTall The hImney IMPORTANT: Be careful not to pinch the electrical wires WARNINGS while installing the chimney. • To avoid electrical shock or fire hazard, make sure Remove the protective plastic covering from both the power supply at the fuse or junction box is turned pieces of the chimney assembly. Do not remove the off before proceeding with final installation. protective tape strips from the inside of the chimney. • Improper connection of the hood electrical wiring may They protect the telescoping pieces from scratching create an electric shock or fire hazard and may result during installation. in damage to the hoods electrical system. Carefully slide both sections together so that only the • Do not ground the hood to the neutral (white) power vents on the top section show. supply wire. Connect the hood ground wire to a Hold the chimney vertically with the vents up, close to separate, properly grounded wire installed by a the blower assembly. licensed electrician. Connect the control panel cable on the chimney to the Connect the power supply wires to the wires coming cable on the front of the blower assembly.
  • Page 12: Install The Hood

    nsTallaTIon nsTruCTIons hImney nsTallaTIon ConT nsTall The Carefully put the chimney over the blower assembly, WARNING taking care not to scratch the surfaces. Make sure the • Attaching the glass range hood requires two people. wiring is tucked in behind the chimney. Do not attempt to lift the hood without assistance. Lock the tabs inside the chimney bottom into the slots Locate the hood mounting hardware. It consists of: on the bottom of the blower assembly. - 4 thumb screws - 4 plastic washers - 4 plastic spacers For easier hood installation, assemble all the thumb screw hardware before lifting the hood into position. • Hold each thumb screw with the threads up. • Put the plastic washer on the thumb screw. • Put the plastic spacer over the end. Lift the glass hood into place. Line up the holes on the glass with the mounting holes on the bottom of the SLOTS blower assembly. Insert all four thumb screws into the bottom of the glass TABS ON and tighten into place. INSIDE OF CHIMNEY LOCK TABS ON INSIDE OF CHIMNEY INTO SLOTS...
  • Page 13: Verify Proper Operation

    Turn on power at the junction or fuse box. WARNING If the control panel is not lit, turn on the main power • To ensure a safe and proper installation, the following switch located next to the light fixture on the underside checklist should be completed by the installer to of the hood. ensure that no part of the installation has been Touch the light key. Verify that all the lights come on. overlooked. Touch the light key again to turn the lights off. • Proper installation is the responsibility of the homeowner. The importance of proper installation of Touch the blower “+” key once and release. Verify that your Dacor ® range hood cannot be overemphasized. one light is showing on the blower speed indicator and □ that the blower is on at low speed. Is the blower assembly mounting bracket properly attached to the wall according to the instructions on Touch and release the blower “+” repeatedly, three page 6? times. Verify that with each touch of the key the number of lights on the blower speed indicator increases and □ Is the blower assembly tightly secured to the mounting that the blower speed increases. bracket with the machine screws (see page 8)? Touch and hold the blower “-” key until the blower □ Is the duct work completely installed? Are all joints turns off.
  • Page 14: Notes

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  • Page 16 Specifications contained within are subject to change without notice. No liability is assumed by Dacor for changes in specifications. ® The information and images in this book are the copyright property of Distinctive Appliances, Inc. Neither this book nor any...

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